(Long Island, NY) The Art League of Long Island’s Summer Portfolio Program, now in its 20th year, is back with a new lead instructor and a fresh new approach. Under the direction of Artist/Instructor Nikki Girgenti, teens ages 14-17 will be able to fully immerse themselves in the creative process, develop a sense of camaraderie and community with their fellow artists, and expand their portfolios as they strive to set themselves apart as artists. The Summer Portfolio Program will help students understand the importance and the dynamics involved in creating an above average art portfolio, given the competitive nature of the college admissions process. Studies in observational drawing, figure drawing, mixed media, watercolors, acrylic, printmaking, digital photography, landscapes, book arts, found object art, sculpture, and alternative techniques will be explored. Students will enjoy unique experiences, such as mock portfolio reviews, creating digital portfolios, guest speakers, and much more.
This is a great opportunity for high school students to spend time developing their portfolios; whether they plan on applying to a BFA program, intend to submit an art supplement, or simply want to add to their breadth of artwork as they prepare for AP or IB art courses in High School. The Summer Portfolio sessions take place 9:30am to 2:30pm Monday through Fridayat the Art League’s center in Dix Hills in two 3-week sessions: July 6-24 and July 27-August 14.
Nikki Girgenti is an accomplished artist and educator who earned her MA at Stony Brook University and BA at Dowling College. With nearly a decade of teaching at the Art League, including two years of administrative experience in the League’s Summer Art Adventure Program, and eight years of teaching high school art, Girgenti brings a fresh approach combined with a strong record of success to the Summer Portfolio Program. She currently teaches 11thgrade Portfolio and 12th grade Advanced Portfolio and has a reputation for guiding scores of students towards outstanding outcomes.
The Art League of Long Island will be offering a Scholarship for a $630 tuition voucher toward session one or two of Summer Portfolio Development 2015. Meet Ms. Girgenti and learn more about the program and the scholarship opportunity at the information session on June 6from 11am to 12 pm in the Art League’s Center at 107 East Deer Park Road in Dix Hills. Scholarship applicants must attend the June 6 event or the previous information event to be eligible for funding.
Call (631) 462-5400 x222 for a brochure or register at www.artleagueliregistration.org./summer-art-adventure.
